Saturday, 19 August 2017

DAVID SCHEEL is a true Australian success story. So much so that he is regarded internationally as one of the finest solo musical comedy performers in the world.

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Calling ALL Pianists– we have a special opportunity for you…

11am
19 Aug SATPiano Masterclass

with
David Sheel! not just for pianists...

$15 limited places. Book early

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Born in Adelaide, David first tasted success in England, starring in the famous satirical News Revue in London's West End. He then turned to devising solo shows, and the result was DON'T SHOOT ME, I"M ONLY THE PIANO PLAYER. An instant hit, sell-out London performances were followed by 3 consecutive Edinburgh Festivals, and the critical acclaim that goes with them.

Not surprisingly, David soon found himself a regular on British TV and radio, in addition to touring widely to some 30 countries, and putting in guest appearances with artists as diverse as Cleo Laine and John Dankworth, Eartha Kitt, Ben Elton, Jay Leno (in Los Angeles), Norman Wisdom and Patricia ("Hyacinth Bucket") Routledge.

In DAVID SCHEEL's concerts you can expect to hear anything from a well-known folk tune played in the styles of various famous composers plus an i-Pod mini (!), 2 different pieces played with different hands at the same time, and a medley of the 20 worst tunes ever written.

His raconteur-style send-ups of the ridiculous include true stories of bad pianos he's had to play, sharp-edged commentary on the celeb lives of Brittney Spears, Paris Hilton & Co., and equally topical digs at politicians. His hilarious translation of the lyrics of Waltzing Matilda is already an established comedy classic, and it's set to be joined by his latest offering: Everything You Need to Know About Music Explained in 5 Minutes. All this in a huge range of voices and accents, which have led to frequent comparisons with Peter Ustinov, whilst his brilliant musical spoofs on the piano (as well as his serious playing of the instrument) saw him dubbed the new Victor Borge very early on in his career.

The BBC's Arts Review programme described David as being "as funny as any, wittier than most, and, uniquely, a concert pianist of international stature...He stands alone, in a class of his own." Similar accolades came from the US media when he made his American debut 17 years ago, and both the USA and Canada have been firmly on his annual itinerary ever since.

David is perhaps the only classical musician to be invited to perform at major international comedy festivals, and, equally, the only comedian to perform regularly at classical music festivals, and his seasons at these have been consistently sold out.

“A Master of the keyboard” [The Sunday Times, London]

”The only show in town that can satisfy lovers of classical music and stand-up comedy alike.” [San Francisco Chronicle]

Wednesday, 16 August 2017

NEW hilarious Australian musical comedy about being a
Receptionist and customer service…

A celebration of all
things administration, Reception: The Musical
tells the story of a receptionist who finds joy in the manic world of customer
service, stationery orders and thinking on your swivel chair. Inspired by true
stories from behind the front desk, this original cabaret comedy is a must-see
for office workers and theatre lovers everywhere. It's the office memo you
don't want to miss!

Written by
award-winning writer/performer Bethany Simons and leading Melbourne composer
Peter de Jager, this uplifting and hilarious production features a toe-tapping
original score. Songs include My Name is Bethany (Not Stephanie), Do You Have
Sticky Tape, I Can’t Help But Help, They Ring My Bell and many more.

"Reception
should definitely sit on your latest list of cabaret shows to see, especially
if you want to be completely entertained by interesting stories, clever
writing, great songs and lots of laughs – and who wouldn’t?" (Theatre
Press)

A flawless duet
of music and acting. Comedic, energetic, highly entertaining. ... Both script
and music are compatible and the comedy is constant and appealing. I would
highly recommend this delightful, entertaining musical.- Stage Whispers

"I encourage
a work group trip to honour all the receptionists out there, and what it means
to have 20 things going on at once on a given day. Reception is an entertaining
honest production pulled off tirelessly and elegantly without any pretensions.
It generates the right amount of laughs and applause, and Bethany Simon is a
talent to watch."
- Daily Review

"Captivating. Everyone who works in an office
should see this show." - Weekly Review